The cheapest and fastest buses from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
18 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
859 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
Of the 2 buses that leave Detroit, MI for Saint Paul, MN on Thu, Feb 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct buses cover the 859 km distance in an average of 18 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 45 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest buses will take 19 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $103, and a flight costs an average of $132.
Distance: 533 miles (859 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$166 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $519 Average price |
16h 30m Average total duration 16h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $249 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $212 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $205 |
Live departures
Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
+ FlixBus | 4:15 AM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal | 19h30 | 11:45 PM St Paul, Union Depot Station & Terminal | 1 transfer | ||
![]() | 4:15 AM Detroit, MI | 19h50 | 12:05 AM Saint Paul, MN | 0 transfersDirect | ||
![]() | 4:25 AM Detroit, MI | 16h45 | 9:10 PM Saint Paul, MN | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN
Buses from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $103 (€82) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 533 miles (859 km) distance in 14h 35m.
Distance 533 miles (859 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€82) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 35m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MNYou can travel by bus between Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $103 (€82). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Saint Paul, MN by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint Paul, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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